Important software decision

If you choose to use a high-level Beowulf software system, like Scyld, Oscar or Rocks, you will save a lot of time and effort. Most of the software you need will be easily and almost automatically installed and configured.
The other way to go is to build everything yourself out of low-level components. You will be free to pick your favourite tools and program versions and arrange them as you please.

If you choose to use a high-level Beowulf software system, like Scyld, Oscar or Rocks, you will save a lot of time and effort. Most of the software you need will be easily and almost automatically installed and configured.